Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE Battery Battery Removal, Battery Service, Battery Storage

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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool. Never attempt to service or charge the battery while it is installed on the SCRAMBLER. Shield the positive terminal with terminal cover located on battery harness. This prevents metal from touching the positive terminal, which could cause sparks. Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper position as shown. If battery is removed, DO NOT operate engine without insulating Positive + battery cable terminal with electrical tape, or sparking from the battery cables can result.

4.4BATTERY

4.4.1. BATTERY REMOVAL

1.Tilt seat up to gain access to battery.

2.Observe and note cable positions on battery. See Figure 4.14.

3.Disconnect cables from battery terminals, disconnecting BLACK (Negative) cable first. Disconnect RED (Positive) battery cable. Slide battery from battery cradle.

4.Retain mounting bolts and nuts for future use.

4.4.2.BATTERY INSTALLATION 1. Slide battery into battery cradle.

2. Connect cables to battery terminals. Connect RED (Positive) cable first. Connect BLACK (Negative) cable. See Figure 4.14.

3. Place the positive (+) terminal insulator over positive terminal and cable. See Figure 4.15.

BLACK

NEGATIVE (-)

CABLE

RED

POSITIVE (+)

CABLE

FIGURE 4.14

WARNING

The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery. Electrolyte (acid) is a highly corrosive liquid. Wear eye protection. Wash affected areas immediately after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte (acid). Battery acid is corrosive. Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before discarding. If acid is spilled on battery, bench, or clothing, etc., Flush with clear water and neutralize with baking soda. DO NOT attempt to charge battery while installed on the SCRAMBLER. DO NOT use “BOOST” chargers on the battery.

4.4.3. BATTERY SERVICE

1.Remove battery. See Section on Battery Removal

2.Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level surface.

3.Using distilled water, refill cells as required to cover cell plates. Fluid level in battery can be seen through the cell case.

4.With cell caps removed, connect battery charger to battery terminals. Red to positive (+) terminal and black to negative (-) terminal.

5.Slow charge battery at 1 amp for 10 hours.

6.If battery will not accept charge or is partially charged after 10 hours of charging at 1 amp, replace with new battery.

4.4.4. BATTERY STORAGE

If SCRAMBLER is to be stored out of season on its rear bumper, it is recommended the battery be removed, charged and stored.

1.Remove battery. (Refer to Section ”BATTERY REMOVAL”).

2.Perform battery service.

3.Bring battery to full charge, if required.

4.Store battery in an area away from the SCRAMBLER on a wood surface. DO NOT STORE BATTERY ON A CONCRETE SURFACE.

4.4.5.NEW BATTERY PREPARATION 1. Remove battery from carton.

2. Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level non-concrete surface.

3. Remove battery cell caps. Fill cells as required with electrolyte (purchased separately) to proper level. Filling battery with electrolyte will bring the battery to 80% charged state.

4. With cell caps removed, connect battery charger to battery terminals; RED to positive (+) and BLACK to negative (-) terminal.

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